Los Barriles Holidays from £1,561

Los Barriles Beach Holiday

Listen to the soothing sound of waves crashing onto the shore and kick back by the sparkling waters on your Los Barriles holiday. If you need a break from daily life, a trip to Los Barriles will work wonders. We have plenty of Los Barriles holiday packages to choose from. Book one near Los Barriles Beach, just 5 miles from the downtown area, and live out your holiday dreams without hurting your budget.

Things You Should Know About Los Barriles

• If waking to the hypnotic sounds of the ocean is your idea of getaway bliss, see what's available among our Los Barriles beach hotels. You're sure to find somewhere that has all the ingredients for an ideal beachside stay.
• A holiday in Los Barriles means booking some nights in private holiday homes for many travellers. PP Hacienda by Wolf PM and Casa Pescadores by Wolf PM are two of the popular options here.
• The population of Los Barriles is about 1,150. If you'd love some sightseeing tips, there are plenty of locals who can give you advice. Our Los Barriles things to do page is also a wealth of useful information.
• One sight to stick on your must-see list is Los Barriles Beach. But there are loads of other fantastic things to uncover around these parts. Cross off more of them with our Los Barriles holiday deals.

Los Barriles

Sitting on the shores of the glistening Sea of Cortez is a town famed for being one of Mexico’s best kitesurfing destinations.

Blessed with crystal-clear water and miles of soft, golden sand, Los Barriles has the perfect combination of recreation and relaxation. Mingle with the adventurists, backpackers, families and retirees that come to enjoy the slower pace of life and excellent watersports. Los Barriles (Barrels in English) spreads around the Bahía Las Palmas, a bay on the East Cape of Baja California Sur. Legend has it that Los Barriles got its name from barrels hidden by pirates in the framing hills. 

There are few better places in Mexico for kitesurfing than  Los Barriles, especially from December to March when the wind is strongest. The image of the brightly colored sails of kitesurfers and windsurfers is a spectacular one. You can rent equipment and arrange lessons at the town’s watersport’s centers and most hotels. For something more relaxed, cruise across the water in a kayak or on a stand-up paddleboard. 

Sport fishing has been popular on the East Cape since the first hotels were opened in the 1950s. Join a charter today for the chance to catch dorado, marlin and sailfish, among other species. If you prefer the less energetic side of life then simply enjoy a stroll along the wondrous coastline. Stay alert to spot dolphins, sea turtles, whales and whale sharks. 

A great way to get around is on a quad bike. Discover secluded beaches, conifer-clad mountains and deserts filled with interesting plants such as the cardon cactus. Watch for birdlife, including the Cape pygmy owl and pelicans. 

Bars and casual dining options line the town’s main street and present a place for locals and tourists to socialize. Feast on delicious tacos, pizzas and seafood dishes. Soak up the resort’s lazy vibe while sipping on a cold beer or cocktail. 

Los Barriles is about 68 miles (110 kilometres) from both Cabo San Lucas and La Paz. The town merges with Buenavista to the south. An hour’s drive along the coast is Cabo Pulmo and the Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park.